Media News Daily: Top Stories for 03/19/2026

TV Station Managers’ Defamation Suit Against Nexstar Moves Forward

A federal judge ruled that former WOOD-TV news managers Amy Fox and Stanton Tang can proceed with their defamation lawsuit against Nexstar Media Group, finding that a reasonable jury could conclude the company implied they were anti-gay. The case centers on a leaked internal memo about Pride coverage, after which Nexstar issued public statements and took personnel actions that allegedly shifted blame onto the plaintiffs while protecting the company’s reputation. The court emphasized the concept of “defamation by implication,” noting that even technically true statements can be actionable if they create a misleading and harmful impression. Read More (Reason Rating)

White House Registers aliens.gov Amid UFO Disclosure Push

The Executive Office of the President registered the domain aliens.gov, signaling potential renewed federal focus on unidentified aerial phenomena and possible declassification efforts. The move follows statements from Donald Trump about releasing government files related to extraterrestrial activity, alongside ongoing public and congressional interest in UFO investigations. Read More (News Facts Network Rating)

MS NOW Revamps Programming Lineup Ahead of Midterms

MS NOW, formerly MSNBC, announced major programming changes ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, including new roles for anchors and shifts in key time slots. Stephanie Ruhle will take on a new morning program, Ali Velshi will move into a primetime slot, and several anchors, including Ana Cabrera and Chris Jansing, will transition or depart from their current roles. The overhaul comes amid declining cable news ratings. Read More (The Hill Rating)